Good things do come in small packages! Limes – the green coloured citrus fruit found in abundance in India is full of vitamin C, citric acid, flavonoids and antioxidants which neutralise the action of free radicals in our body, increasing our immunity to fight against deadly diseases like cancer. Not just this, limes make an excellent home remedy to banish skin problems as well. Here’s how you can make packs using lime juice.

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http://www.thehealthsite.com/beauty/lime-juice-beauty-benefits-for-skin-and-hair-k114/#commentsThu, 30 Jan 2014 07:14:53 +0000Sushantdeep Sagvekar | Kriti Saraswathttp://health.india.com/?p=115853Good things do come in small packages! Limes – the green coloured citrus fruit found in abundance in India is full of vitamin C, citric acid, flavonoids and antioxidants which neutralise the action of free radicals in our body, increasing our immunity to fight against deadly diseases like cancer. Not just this, limes make an excellent home remedy to banish skin problems as well. Here’s how you can make packs using lime juice.

To lighten dark spots

Use lime juice to lighten dark spots on the skin. Apply on the area with a cotton ball and leave it for 30 minutes. Lime juice has bleaching properties which help lighten skin. Be sure to stay indoors and not expose your skin to direct sunlight after this remedy can make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Do apply sunscreen before you step out. Not just on face, you could even lighten dark underarms using this remedy.

Anti-pimple pack

Pimples or acne erupt without a warning especially in oily skin. In order to keep them at bay, regularly apply a pack of lime juice with honey. Honey has anti-bacterial properties while lime juice is acidic in nature which will control the oil. Use it every week as part of your skincare regimen. If your pimple’s gone but left a scar, simply massage some fresh lime juice on it to bleach your skin and reduce its appearance.

To remove tan

If too much sun exposure has left your skin tanned, you can make use of this tried-and-tested home-made pack. Mix some gram flour (besan) and curd (dahi) and add some lime juice to this paste. Apply it evenly on your skin and let it dry. Now, wash your face with water and pat dry. Do this weekly once for better results. You could also try some more home-made packs for tanned skin.

For glowing skin

If making a face pack takes too much of your time, simply make it a habit to have a glass of lukewarm water with some honey and freshly-squeezed lime juice in it. Drink this in the morning to start your day on a healthy note and get an inner glow in your skin. Or, you could try these home remedies for glowing skin.

To banish dandruff

If you’ve tried all anti-dandruff shampoos but still not got rid of it, it’s time to switch to this home remedy. Simply add some lime juice in water and use it as a last rinse when you wash your hair. Its acid will help rid your scalp of dandruff. You could also use lemons for skin problems like acne, blackheads, etc.

Limes are green in colour and slightly smaller in size than lemons. They are available almost throughout the year in India. In order to make these packs, you could buy fresh limes and squeeze out their juice, or you could also opt for bottled lime juice available in most grocery stores.

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Summer’s here! What is the one drink you want the most when you are out in the hot sun? We bet it is the good old home-made lemonade for most people. Apart from being a great thirst quencher, it also has a host of other health benefits.

Lemon is a rich source of Vitamin C. It also contains vitamins like vitamin B, riboflavin and minerals like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium. It helps with digestive problems when taken with hot water. It helps in cases of heartburn, worms, nausea and constipation. It helps the liver produce more bile and aids in better digestion.

It acts as a natural skin antiseptic. It helps prevent acne and the scars due to acne. Due to its anti-oxidant properties, it is a good anti-ageing remedy. The lemon has astringent properties and can help control bleeding from gums. It has anti-bacterial properties and can help relieve colds and sore throat.

Starting every morning with a few drops of lemon added to lukewarm water and honey is known to help with weight loss.

In people with heart problems, lime can help owing to its high potassium content.

So, just pick up that glass of lemonade now and give your health the boost it needs!

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